1. “To what extent was imperialism a beneficial force?”

2. dominate other countries politically, economically & socially
Policy in which a strong nation seeks to
dominate other countries politically, economically & socially
Imperialism

3. Queen Victoria ruled for 64 years 1837-1901
Empire Building
Motives:
1) Acquire Raw materials & markets
2) “Civilize” the world
British Dominance
Victorian Era
Queen Victoria ruled for 64 years

4. The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire
history.com/demos/tome05/index.php

5. White Man’s Burden” Text Page 149 “Voices” #1 & 2
Nationalism - To gain power, European nations compete for colonies and trade.
Economic Competition - Demand for raw materials and new markets spurs a search for colonies.
Eurocentric Attitudes - believe they must spread their values to the world.
Causes of Imperialism
White Man’s Burden” Text Page 149 “Voices” #1 & 2

6. Colony: Territory claimed & ruled by another country with settlements
Protectorate: a weaker nation that rules itself, but “guided” by a more powerful country
Sphere of Influence: Country in which a foreign nation has influence for political or economic gain
FORMS OF IMPERIALISM

7. This is on your test!

8. Methods used to ‘Westernize’

9. SCRAMBLE FOR AFRICA